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200 Timeless English Baby Names (Classic & Timeless)

Browse 6,120 English baby names with full meanings, cultural context, and pronunciation.

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  1. English Girl Names
  2. English Boy Names
  3. English Unisex Names

Old English names root children in the Anglo-Saxon tradition — before the Norman Conquest reshaped the language. Many are experiencing a long-overdue revival.

Quick facts: English names

  • Old English names declined after the Norman Conquest in 1066
  • A revival of Anglo-Saxon names began in the Romantic era (1800s)
  • Many English names are occupational or geographical in origin
  • Edward, Alfred, and Edith are all Old English names seeing new revivals

English Girl Names

3566 girl names of English origin — showing top 120

1
Alisson
noble, kind
2
Amandajean
Derived from 'Amanda', meaning 'worthy of love', combined with 'Jean', which is derived from 'John', meaning 'God is gracious'.
3
Altie
A diminutive of names like Althea or a variation of Altair, meaning ‘the flying one’.
4
Audre
noble strength
5
Adaleah
Noble one
6
Angelick
Like an angel
7
Analeigha
favor
8
Avianne
beautiful bird
9
Amaleigh
Derived from Amelia, meaning hardworking and industrious
10
Ayvree
a modern variant of Avery, which means ruler of the elves
11
Angelynne
A beloved name with deep roots
12
Angelrose
Angel - messenger from God
13
Adecyn
A beloved name with deep roots
14
Aletris
a poetic term; derived from the word 'aletria' which refers to a type of food
15
Allize
A beloved name with deep roots
16
Altouise
A beloved name with deep roots
17
Alazae
Exalted
18
Aily
A beloved name with deep roots
19
Aundrea
Manly
20
Arrabelle
A combination of a variation of ‘Arabella’ meaning 'yielding to prayer' and ‘Bella’ meaning 'beautiful'.
21
Adilyne
A variant of Adeline, meaning 'noble'.; Connected to similar names, suggesting nobility and nobleness.
22
Arkesha
A beloved name with deep roots
23
Audella
Noble or Honorable
24
Ashadieeyah
A beloved name with deep roots
25
Aneea
An embodiment of well-being
26
Ambr
amber
27
Annaliza
grace; favor; dedicated to God
28
Alaynia
bright, beautiful
29
Alexxa
defender of mankind
30
Amyia
beloved
31
Aarolyn
noble lineage
32
Abigaile
A beloved name with deep roots
33
Alizae
joyful
34
Amilliona
A beloved name with deep roots
35
Arniyah
A beloved name with deep roots
36
Astraya
A beloved name with deep roots
37
Anley
variant of the name Ashley
38
Annaleese
graceful, favor
39
Avajoy
gift of joy
40
Alaeya
A melodic sound; wings of a bird
41
Arlethe
noble
42
Addysyn
A beloved name with deep roots
43
Arlyssa
Noble
44
Auttum
season of harvest
45
Alnora
Noble and bright
46
Anny
Grace
47
Andersyn
A beloved name with deep roots
48
Aneley
A modern variant of the name 'Annalee,' meaning 'gracious' or 'full of grace'.
49
Azaylea
variation of Azalea, a flowering plant
50
Adalay
Noble
51
Anggy
angel; messenger
52
Athlee
noble
53
Addylen
noble, kind hearted, and serene
54
Autumnmarie
A combination of 'Autumn', representing the season, and 'Marie', typically meaning 'bitter' or 'beloved'
55
Adorable
A beloved name with deep roots
56
Averlie
Old English
57
Amirykal
A modern, unique name often interpreted as a blend of 'America' and 'kal', where 'kal' can signify 'beautiful' in some c
58
Angellia
A beloved name with deep roots
59
Ahnalee
graceful, one who is full of light
60
Areigha
A beloved name with deep roots
61
Adelei
A beloved name with deep roots
62
Adella
Noble.
63
Alece
noble
64
Audry
noble strength
65
Alishaba
A beloved name with deep roots
66
Ajourni
A beloved name with deep roots
67
Alayzha
A variant of the name Alaysia, often associated with noble or elevated status
68
Anoria
A beloved name with deep roots
69
Arrissa
A beloved name with deep roots
70
Alphea
noble, bright
71
Albertie
noble and bright
72
Annyah
to be gracious
73
Ahmina
A beloved name with deep roots
74
Annael
a combination of 'Anna' meaning 'grace' and 'el' meaning 'God', translating to 'grace of God'.
75
Addelyne
A variation of Adeline, meaning noble
76
Analeshia
Derived form of Analise; meaning 'graced with God's bounty'
77
Adelle
Noble.
78
Azaya
A beloved name with deep roots
79
Annyssa
graceful, beautiful
80
Audna
A beloved name with deep roots
81
Armella
the bear; soul
82
Arryonna
A beloved name with deep roots
83
Annajane
Graceful gift of God.
84
Airyn
Derived from 'air', often associated with lightness and the sky.
85
Aleyse
Light
86
Aunyae
A beloved name with deep roots
87
Ajournei
A beloved name with deep roots
88
Analexis
A beloved name with deep roots
89
Anjoli
Graceful
90
Andreanna
Andreanna is a feminine variation of the name Andrew, which means 'manly' or 'brave'.
91
Ameris
from America
92
Anvie
variation of the name 'Envy', denoting a desire for what others have.
93
Angelenia
A beloved name with deep roots
94
Alexous
Defender, protector
95
Anney
Grace; favor.; Variant of Anne; the name means 'grace' or 'favor'.
96
Aneitra
A beloved name with deep roots
97
Allyson
noble, kind
98
Alayni
A modern name variation, often considered a form of 'Elena' or 'Alana', meaning 'bright, shining light'.
99
Alice
Noble, kind
100
Abrie
Brave
101
Aleria
Eagle
102
Adayshia
with purpose and power
103
Adriaunna
A beloved name with deep roots
104
Akeria
A beloved name with deep roots
105
Antrea
A beloved name with deep roots
106
Avonleigh
A combination of Avon and Leigh, often interpreted as 'river' and 'meadow'
107
Abriya
noble
108
Ardyth
A variant of Judith, meaning 'woman of Judea' or 'Jewess'.; Noble or brave.
109
Alisha
Noble
110
Annacatherine
Pure and clear
111
Anaija
A beloved name with deep roots
112
Audriona
Noble strength
113
Aubreelynn
Noble, regal
114
Anfa
A beloved name with deep roots
115
Alicent
noble type
116
Allieana
A beloved name with deep roots
117
Alycen
a variant of the name Alison, which can mean noble or exalted.
118
Anavaeh
A beloved name with deep roots
119
Ajream
A beloved name with deep roots
120
Auree
golden

English Boy Names

2090 boy names of English origin — showing top 120

1
Athel
noble
2
Alden
Old friend
3
Antowain
a variant form of Anthony, meaning 'priceless' or 'of inestimable worth'.
4
Agent
A term used to describe someone who acts on behalf of another, commonly used in an official or professional context.
5
Amius
A beloved name with deep roots
6
Auther
Variant of 'Author', meaning 'one who writes'.
7
Aidrik
Great ruler.
8
Autzen
A beloved name with deep roots
9
Alph
Noble; kind
10
Alvion
noble and strong; guardian
11
Arthor
Bear; Derived from the legendary King Arthur
12
Art
derived from the term meaning 'skill' or 'craft'
13
Archer
bowman, one who uses a bow and arrow
14
Adreian
A beloved name with deep roots
15
Alfread
elf counsel
16
Augden
from the oak valley
17
Annon
unknown, hidden
18
Arland
From the Eagle land
19
Ashaun
A beloved name with deep roots
20
Abbott
father, priest or abbot
21
Arther
bear, strong
22
Aulton
from the old town
23
Arlington
derived from the name of a town, meaning 'the estate of Aelfhere'
24
Austan
great, impressive
25
Atrell
A beloved name with deep roots
26
Albion
White; Land of the white cliffs
27
Arol
exalted
28
Aerian
of the air or ethereal
29
Atthew
Gift of God; derived from the biblical name Matthew.
30
Amireon
Prince
31
Aeryk
eternal ruler
32
Arthell
A beloved name with deep roots
33
Audwin
Old friend; wise friend.
34
Ark
Covenant
35
Ayson
son of the noble one
36
Aldin
old friend
37
Adarian
A beloved name with deep roots
38
Azavier
A beloved name with deep roots
39
Adarryll
A beloved name with deep roots
40
Andren
Greek; English
41
Aerick
Old Norse
42
Alvyn
Elf friend's land & noble friend.
43
Almanzo
full of hope, brave, or strong
44
Aruthur
bear; noble or courageous
45
Ambers
derived from amber, a fossilized tree resin
46
Amarieon
A beloved name with deep roots
47
Aadyn
Variant of Aidan, meaning 'little fire'
48
Andrian
manly, brave
49
Arson
The crime of deliberately setting fire to property
50
Airmiess
Origin unclear, possibly means 'wise ruler'
51
Arvon
A beloved name with deep roots
52
Austintyler
A beloved name with deep roots
53
Anson
son of Anne
54
Artrell
noble forever
55
Amillieon
A beloved name with deep roots
56
Asce
Ash Tree
57
Aurthor
Noble, courageous.
58
Akaden
A beloved name with deep roots
59
Ayceon
A beloved name with deep roots
60
Aary
A beloved name with deep roots
61
Alwood
Old English
62
Agee
noble
63
Aurther
Noble; courageous
64
Atwood
Meaning 'by the wood' or 'near the forest'
65
Arvel
The name Arvel means 'eagle' or 'to soar'.
66
Avrian
my father is exalted.; variant of the name Avarian.
67
Abran
A meaningful name with English roots
68
Ahyan
A meaningful name with English roots
69
Aloysuis
A meaningful name with English roots
70
Alexanderjames
A meaningful name with English roots
71
Achillies
A meaningful name with English roots
72
Amear
A meaningful name with English roots
73
Antoniodejesus
A meaningful name with English roots
74
Arpad
A meaningful name with English roots
75
Antoinio
A meaningful name with English roots
76
Akaay
A meaningful name with English roots
77
Ausitn
A meaningful name with English roots
78
Arcaius
A meaningful name with English roots
79
Acyris
A meaningful name with English roots
80
Abdier
A meaningful name with English roots
81
Aliam
A meaningful name with English roots
82
Aydens
A meaningful name with English roots
83
Acyrus
A meaningful name with English roots
84
Adwait
A meaningful name with English roots
85
Arise
A meaningful name with English roots
86
Arzen
A meaningful name with English roots
87
Alemi
A meaningful name with English roots
88
Aizhon
A meaningful name with English roots
89
Aniyis
A meaningful name with English roots
90
Archibold
A meaningful name with English roots
91
Avitaaz
A meaningful name with English roots
92
Ayzaan
A meaningful name with English roots
93
Azaii
A meaningful name with English roots
94
Azaylen
A meaningful name with English roots
95
Azuryn
A meaningful name with English roots
96
Abdulrazak
A meaningful name with English roots
97
Agastyareddy
A meaningful name with English roots
98
Altai
A meaningful name with English roots
99
Amazzi
A meaningful name with English roots
100
Amyris
A meaningful name with English roots
101
Arize
A meaningful name with English roots
102
Armello
A meaningful name with English roots
103
Arsiah
A meaningful name with English roots
104
Asaias
A meaningful name with English roots
105
Afred
A meaningful name with English roots
106
Akaal
A meaningful name with English roots
107
Akino
A meaningful name with English roots
108
Aleko
A meaningful name with English roots
109
Alhussein
A meaningful name with English roots
110
Alonis
A meaningful name with English roots
111
Amonra
A meaningful name with English roots
112
Andrii
A meaningful name with English roots
113
Anwit
A meaningful name with English roots
114
Armell
A meaningful name with English roots
115
Arosh
A meaningful name with English roots
116
Arvani
A meaningful name with English roots
117
Asmund
A meaningful name with English roots
118
Axios
A meaningful name with English roots
119
Axzael
A meaningful name with English roots
120
Aysher
A meaningful name with English roots

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English Unisex Names

464 gender-neutral names of English origin — showing top 120

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Alexiz
English
2
Amerson
son of the brave
3
Arleigh
"hare meadow"
4
Areyon
A beloved name with deep roots
5
Amillion
a great quantity or many
6
Astin
ash tree town
7
Aarian
Noble, high-born
8
Aalijah
noble; exalted
9
Amerius
A beloved name with deep roots
10
Armer
Old English
11
Alonzia
A modern derivative of the name Alonzo, signifying 'noble' or 'ready for battle'.
12
Anthym
A harmony or musical composition
13
Abey
A variation of Abbey, meaning 'father's house'.
14
Ashe
Old Norse
15
Ardel
Winged one, nurturer
16
Bralynn
a blend of Brianna and Lynn
17
Brave
Courageous, fearless
18
Breonte
A beloved name with deep roots
19
Brier
thorny bush
20
Bennette
blessed
21
Bradlyn
broad land
22
Barber
Occupational surname derived from the profession of barber, signifying 'one who cuts hair.'
23
Brye
Strong, noble
24
Chancey
A beloved name with deep roots
25
Corby
from the dark village
26
Camerin
helper; from the marsh
27
Clinnie
Derived from a surname or diminutive of the name Clinton.
28
Carris
beloved; dear one.
29
Caylen
slim, fair
30
Culture
the sum of ways of living built up by a group of human beings and transmitted from one generation to another.
31
Crimson
Refers to the deep red color, symbolizing passion, love, and intensity.
32
Christan
Follower of Christ; Variant of Christian
33
Daily
daily, happening every day
34
Dameron
Old English
35
Dennys
Feminine form of Dennis, meaning 'follower of Dionysius'
36
Donis
A beloved name with deep roots
37
Devry
derived from the river
38
Dee
short for names starting with 'D' such as Deborah
39
Decklyn
from the village in the valley
40
Denim
A sturdy cotton twill fabric, typically blue, used for jeans.
41
Demery
From the land of the rivers
42
Davine
divine
43
Dannell
God is my judge
44
Dawsyn
Son of the sower; derived from the surname Dawson.
45
Deshone
From 'De' meaning 'of' or 'from'
46
Dana
from Denmark
47
Ekko
derived from the word for 'echo', symbolizing sound or reflection.
48
Ellington
From the town of Ella's people
49
Elliston
From the nobleman's island
50
Edell
Noble
51
Ellyot
the Lord is my God
52
Eldean
Noble, serene, or from the old town
53
Edy
wealthy, prosperous
54
Edalberto
A English name with cultural significance
55
Edanne
A English name with cultural significance
56
Edas
A English name with cultural significance
57
Eday
A English name with cultural significance
58
Edber
A English name with cultural significance
59
Eddana
A English name with cultural significance
60
Eddard
A English name with cultural significance
61
Eddings
A English name with cultural significance
62
Eddins
A English name with cultural significance
63
Eddo
A English name with cultural significance
64
Eddra
A English name with cultural significance
65
Edds
A English name with cultural significance
66
Edea
A English name with cultural significance
67
Edehard
A English name with cultural significance
68
Edela
A English name with cultural significance
69
Edelbert
A English name with cultural significance
70
Edelberto
A English name with cultural significance
71
Edelburg
A English name with cultural significance
72
Edele
A English name with cultural significance
73
Edelfried
A English name with cultural significance
74
Edelfriede
A English name with cultural significance
75
Edelgard
A English name with cultural significance
76
Edelhard
A English name with cultural significance
77
Edelinde
A English name with cultural significance
78
Edelman
A English name with cultural significance
79
Edelmann
A English name with cultural significance
80
Edelmut
A English name with cultural significance
81
Edelson
A English name with cultural significance
82
Edelstein
A English name with cultural significance
83
Edelsten
A English name with cultural significance
84
Edelt
A English name with cultural significance
85
Edeltraud
A English name with cultural significance
86
Edeltraude
A English name with cultural significance
87
Edeltraudt
A English name with cultural significance
88
Edeltraut
A English name with cultural significance
89
Edeltrud
A English name with cultural significance
90
Edeltrude
A English name with cultural significance
91
Edeltrudis
A English name with cultural significance
92
Edelwald
A English name with cultural significance
93
Edema
A English name with cultural significance
94
Eden-blue
A English name with cultural significance
95
Eden-faith
A English name with cultural significance
96
Eden-harlow
A English name with cultural significance
97
Eden-leigh
A English name with cultural significance
98
Eden-lionell
A English name with cultural significance
99
Eden-rae
A English name with cultural significance
100
Eden-rose
A English name with cultural significance
101
Edenfield
A English name with cultural significance
102
Edern
A English name with cultural significance
103
Edgaras
A English name with cultural significance
104
Edgarda
A English name with cultural significance
105
Edgars
A English name with cultural significance
106
Edgecomb
A English name with cultural significance
107
Edgecombe
A English name with cultural significance
108
Edgell
A English name with cultural significance
109
Edgemon
A English name with cultural significance
110
Edgereton
A English name with cultural significance
111
Edgerton
A English name with cultural significance
112
Edgin
A English name with cultural significance
113
Edgington
A English name with cultural significance
114
Edgmon
A English name with cultural significance
115
Edhem
A English name with cultural significance
116
Edholm
A English name with cultural significance
117
Edib
A English name with cultural significance
118
Edibe
A English name with cultural significance
119
Edidiong
A English name with cultural significance
120
Edie-mae
A English name with cultural significance

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